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  1. IATSE’s Safety Talks, iHeart Writers’ Win, and Paramount+ Price Changes

    JUL 8

    IATSE’s Safety Talks, iHeart Writers’ Win, and Paramount+ Price Changes

    Host: Cortrice Jones Producer: Lance John Production Studio: Gifted Sounds Network Key Updates in TV and Film: IATSE Negotiations, Podcasting Wins, and Streaming News Summary - On this episode of TV & Film Beat, host Cortrice Jones discusses ongoing IATSE contract negotiations with studios focused on safety after multiple tragic incidents. The iHeartPodcast Network writers ratified their first WGAE contract, improving conditions and pay. Paramount+ will raise prices on August 20th, reflecting industry trends. Show Notes: IATSE Contract Negotiations   - Safety concerns on set following a series of tragic incidents.   - Notable incidents on the sets of Peacock’s "Hysteria!", Marvel’s "Wonder Man", Eddie Murphy’s "The Pickup", and "9-1-1".   - The role of IATSE in advocating for safer work environments.   - Upcoming negotiations with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers.   - Discussion on whether financial penalties or legislative action is needed for meaningful changes. Podcasting Wins   - The Writers Guild of America East (WGAE) ratifies its first contract with iHeartPodcast Network.   - End of two years of negotiations and an Unfair Labor Practice charge.   - Improved working conditions and fair compensation for podcast writers.   - WGAE President Lisa Takeuchi Cullen’s statement on the importance of fair compensation. Streaming News   - Paramount Global announces a price hike for Paramount+ streaming service, effective August 20th.   - Details on the price increase for the Paramount+ with Showtime plan and the Essential plan.   - Despite the price hike, Paramount+ remains competitively priced with a strong content lineup.   - Upcoming content highlights: NFL on CBS, Dexter: Original Sin, Frasier’s revival, and more. More - The latest developments in TV and film industry safety protocols. - The impact of new contracts on podcasting industry standards. - How streaming services like Paramount+ are adjusting their pricing and content strategies. Don’t forget to subscribe to TV & Film Beat for more news and updates from the world of television and film. Thank you for listening! Visit our website: www.giftedsounds.com/studios. Contact us at ponderingnerds@gmail.com. Until next time, stay tuned for more news from PNC’s TV & Film Beat. Tags: Television, film, news, contract negotiations, safety concerns, tragic incidents, crew safety, IATSE, negotiations, Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, work environments, podcasting, Writers Guild of America East, iHeartPodcast Network, contract, streaming, Paramount+, price hike, content

    5 min
  2. Tech Tales: Training Data Quests, Disney's Stuntronics, High Podcasting Standards, and A Physics Rebellion!

    MAY 2

    Tech Tales: Training Data Quests, Disney's Stuntronics, High Podcasting Standards, and A Physics Rebellion!

    In this episode of PNC Tech Beat, we cover lots of news about OpenAI's quest for more training data, Disney's gravity-defying Stuntronics, podcasting standards evolution, and a revolutionary rocket propulsion system. Strap in for a whirlwind of innovation and excitement! (00:02) - Intro (00:21) - OpenAI and Friends Cut Corners To Gobble Up Training Data. (00:58) - Disney Stuntronics. (01:26) - More Transcription Standards, Please? (02:14) - Off We Go With SciEngineer Charles Buhler to Break the Law… s of Physics! (03:21) - Outro References:OpenAI and Friends Cut Corners To Gobble Up Training Data [ https://www.nytimes.com/2024/04/06/technology/tech-giants-harvest-data-artificial-intelligence.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&sgrp=c-cb ] Disney’s Stuntronics [ https://sites.disney.com/waltdisneyimagineering/stuntronics/ ] More Transcription Standards, Please? [ https://podcasting2.org/podcast-namespace/tags/transcript?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=podnews.net:2024-04-11 ] Off We Go With SciEngineer Charles Buhler to Break the Law… s of Physics [ https://www.exoduspropulsion.space/ ][ https://www.popularmechanics.com/space/rockets/a60608517/overcome-earth-gravity/ ][ https://www.linkedin.com/company/exodus-propulsion-technologies-inc/ ] Connect with the Nerds! Facebook: @PonderingNerdscast, and hang out in the Pondering Nerds FB group Instagram: @ponderingnerds XTwitter: @PonderingNerds   Are you looking to launch or revamp your own podcast? Book Gifted Sounds for all your podcast needs! www.giftedsounds.com/studios

    4 min
  3. Hollywood's Hot Goss: From Ballerinas to Board Games

    APR 11

    Hollywood's Hot Goss: From Ballerinas to Board Games

    Show Host - Cortrice Jones Summary - Get set for "Ballerina," a John Wick spinoff starring Ana de Armas. Then, hold onto your seats for "Joker: Folie à Deux" with Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga. Plus, "Five Nights at Freddy’s 2" is set to terrify, while Freddie Highmore brings laughs with a dark spoof. And don't miss Margot Robbie's "Monopoly" project—nostalgia meets excitement! Tune in for the scoop and stay Hollywood-savvy! Show NotesAna de Armas' Ballerina meets Keanu Reeves' John Wick in fiery CinemaCon footage - https://ew.com/ballerina-cinemacon-footage-ana-de-armas-meets-keanu-reeves-john-wick-8629682 Joaquin Phoenix gets his Joker smile from Lady Gaga's Harley Quinn in hallucinatory Joker: Folie à Deux trailer - https://ew.com/joker-folie-a-deux-trailer-lady-gaga-joaquin-phoenix-8625054  ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s Sequel Coming In Fall 2025 – CinemaCon - https://deadline.com/2024/04/five-nights-at-freddys-sequel-movie-cinemacon-1235881145/  Freddie Highmore serves 'yummy methamphetamine' in spoof of infamous Willy Wonka fan experience - https://ew.com/freddie-highmore-willy-wonka-factory-spoof-fan-experience-8629525  Margot Robbie's LuckyChap to produce Monopoly movie following Barbie success - https://ew.com/margot-robbie-boards-monopoly-movie-as-producer-following-barbie-8629606  Tags - Pondering Nerdcast, TV, film, entertainment, coming soon, new, commentary, Joaquin Phoenix, Willy Wonka, Five Nights At Freddy’s, Margot Robbie, Monopoly, Freddie Highmore, Lady Gaga, Harley Quinn, Joker, Folie à Deux, Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves, CinemaCon, Fall 2025, Jimmy Kimmel

    5 min
4.6
out of 5
13 Ratings

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